Friends from work

Ben worked with a great group of people at the Rotorua hospital. The Saturday before we left, his boss Mazen and wife Sosek hosted a wonderful going away party for us.

They live in a beautiful, open, home on a hill - with a breathtaking view of Lake Rotorua. Their yard is filled with delicious fruits, crisp vegetables and brightly colored flowers.

Mazen is a very funny guy, and a bit of a pied piper when it comes to kids. My kids love being at his house for many reasons. Big fun yard, delicious food, fireworks and double servings of ice cream. We wrapped up our evening with a piano concert from his very lovely and talented daughter Rita.

I know Ben thoroughly enjoyed working at Rotorua hospital.... but perhaps not as much as I enjoyed him working there. As a wife and mother living abroad, it was such a blessing knowing that my husband's colleagues fully supported his role as a husband, father... human. Thanks guys, we love you and miss you heaps!